MANCHESTER UNITED'S move for Juventus star Arturo Vidal hangs in the balance, with new boss Louis Van Gaal set to turn his attentions to Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman. Everton defender John Stones is attracting interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham. The Gunners are closing in on a deal for Germany World Cup winner Sami Khedira, while new Chelsea striker Diego Costa has warned Fernando Torres that he is ready to fight him for a starting spot at Stamford Bridge.

The World Cup winner, who has also attracted the attention of Chelsea, is understood to have already discussed life at Arsenal with Gunners and Germany stars Per Mertesacker, Mesut Ozil and Lukas Podolski.